Showing posts with label PSN. Show all posts
Showing posts with label PSN. Show all posts
Sony giving some PSN users 10 bucks for being loyal customers
I started hearing people on twitter saying they were receiving 10 dollars from Sony for being "loyal customers." It sounded fake but I fired up my PS3 just in case and sure enough I received a message from Sony.
The message was exactly that, 10 dollars as thanks for being a loyal customer. I don't know exactly how they're choosing people or how many of them are being sent out. To receive the money just click on the voucher at the bottom of the message and it will take you to the PSN store. A code will appear on the screen and you just have to accept. After that the 10 dollars will be added to your account.
Sony's big PS4 announcement is tomorrow so we'll see if this is related to that in any way. Either way good on Sony for thanking their customers like this.
The new PlayStation Store redesign is live
I got to say I really like this redesign of the PS store. Everything is neatly displayed and categorized for your shopping pleasure. I know some people have had some speed issues but the store has been running fast and smooth for me. Maybe it's because I'm using it after the initial rush but everything has been perfect from my experience.
Maybe we'll get a redesign of the XMB now, but then again they might just wait and use it on the PS4.
PlayStation 3 firmware 4.1 update out now
- You can now set the system in the settings to automatically acquire the current date/time when you sign in to PlayStation Network
- The Internet Browser was updated and will now display previously incompatible sites.
- Finally the latest update changes your PlayStation Network account to the new Sony Entertainment Network Account naming.
Sony to become more strict on PSN game sharing
You know the drill you and four other friends share an account so that you can share each others PSN purchases. Well no more says Sony beginning Nov. 18 PSN licenses can be tied to only two PS3s or two PSPs (purchases before that date will not count).
You will, however, be able to activate and deactivate consoles online.
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Some Vita games to require memory card
As of now the launch games that will require an external memory card include Ridge Racer, Uncharted: Golden Abyss, Disgaea 3: Absence of Detention, Hot Shots Golf 6, and the AR title Monster Radar. Also included is every game bought directly from the PSN store.
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Sony starting it's own "Online Pass" begining with Resistance 3
Remember EA's "Online Pass" where if you buy a used game you have to pay 10 dollars to activate the online, well unfortunately other companies are starting to follow suit. In this case it's Sony with their new program that will start with Resistance 3.
Not all the details have been revealed so there's some speculation going around the internet about certain aspect of the program. Here's some of the things that have not been confirmed.
- Whether or not this will apply to all Sony games in the future
- If they'll restrict full online functionality or just partial
Here's the statement, "We are always evaluating new programs for our online offering and starting with Resistance 3 this September, we will be instituting a network pass program for PS3 games with online capabilities. This program will be game-specific. Games that are a part of this program will include a single-use registration code that grants the account holder redeeming the code full online access for that title. This is an important initiative as it allows us to accelerate our commitment to enhancing premium online services across our first party game portfolio."
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Welcome Back program ends Sunday July 3rd
If you haven't already downloaded your free games via Sony's "Welcome Back" program you'd better hurry the program ends tomorrow July 3rd. It's not only the games, it's also the free month of PlayStation Plus and the free PlayStation Home goodies.
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PlayStation Network's 'Welcome Back' program now available
The PSN "Welcome Back" program is now in full effect. You can now go into the store and receive your free items. Because everyone in the world is trying to access the PlayStation Store right now there will be some error messages or issues but Sony advises you try again later when there is not as high traffic.
Sony is also giving some help if something goes wrong while choosing your game. "If at any point you can’t find the ‘Welcome Back Free Game 1 or 2’ products, the list of available titles or a game you’ve selected, go to your"
XMB>PlayStation Network>Account Management>Transaction Management>Services List>SCEA Promotions
"to complete the process."
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Playstation Store back online
Sony had already restored some PSN features like online multilplayer but the PlayStation Store was a no show, that is until now. The PS Store is now back up and running but I have had a couple of error codes that I'm sure will be ironed out as time goes on.
The Welcome Back program is in it's final stages of testing so we should be enjoying our free games and PlayStation Plus soon.
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Sony Releases Details On "Welcome Back" Program
Sony has talked about the "Welcome Back" program in the past but they never went into any details until now.
"We developed the program as an expression of our gratitude for your patience, support and continued loyalty during the service outage. From all of us at PlayStation, thank you and welcome back!"
For the North American program, PlayStation Network customers can select two PS3 games from a list of five games. The games will be available to download 30 days after the Playstation Store is restored and the games are yours to keep forever. The list includes:
Sony Begins PlayStation Network Restoration
Sony has started rolling out a new firmware update in preparation for the PSN restoration. They are restoring services in phases and by country to country. The first phase includes the following:
- Sign-in for PlayStation®Network and Qriocity services, including the resetting of passwords
- Restoration of online game-play across PS3 and PSP
- Playback rental video content, if within rental period, of PlayStation Network Video Delivery Service on PS3, PSP and MediaGo
- Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity, for current subscribers, on PS3 and PC
- Access to 3rd party services such as Netflix, Hulu, Vudu and MLB.tv
- 'Friends' category on PS3, including Friends List, Chat Functionality, Trophy Comparison, etc
- PlayStation Home
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PSN's Welcome Back Program Includes 30 Days Of Free PlayStation Plus And More
Sony has been saying they were looking to give something to PSN users for all the trouble that's been happening. We now know that Sony will offer free downloads of unidentified content, 30 days of free PlayStation Plus as well as their Qriocity service.
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Sony Answers Questions Regarding PSN Outage
Sony has released a Q&A to inform its users of the situation regarding the PlayStation Network. They said that everything should be back up within a week and that they wont launch the network unless they were confident the network was secure.
Here's the full Q&A.
Q: Are you working with law enforcement on this matter?
A: Yes, we are currently working with law enforcement on this matter as well as a recognized technology security firm to conduct a complete investigation. This malicious attack against our system and against our customers is a criminal act and we are proceeding aggressively to find those responsible.
Q: Was my personal data encrypted?
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